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Petoskey forum highlights candidates for 107th House seat
PETOSKEY — All three candidates vying for the 107th House seat were in Petoskey on Monday night to take part in a moderated forum. The forum, which took place at North Central Michigan College, was organized by the Petoskey and Charlevoix chambers of commerce. “Our chambers government relation committee...
A beloved sailing sloop, the NM celebrates 90 years – a generational story lives on
The beloved Northern Michigan sailboat, known to sailors in these waters as the NM, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. A new exhibit, “Fair Winds and Following Seas: The NM Sloop at 90” at the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society, pays tribute to this special class of boat.
Back to School…
The Little Traverse Sailors sailing school is back in sesson as students were busy learning to navigate Little Traverse Bay earlier this week. Based out of the Little Traverse Yacht Club, the school is a community sailing program open to all. For mor...
Amber Kathryn Scontras
On June 2, 2024, our world lost a peaceful warrior. After almost a life-long, valiant battle with Crohn’s Disease, Amber Kathryn Scontras succumbed, shed her physical embodiment, and found peace. Amber was born June 30, 1975, to Anne and Andrew Scontras in Pensacola, Florida. During her childhood, she was...
From city parks to Conservancy preserves, lots of outside spots to enjoy this summer
In action at the new Harbor Springs Skatepark (File photo courtesy CharlieBaker) From a world-class skatepark to improved trail systems, this summer’s bucket list got a whole lot longer thanks to some upgraded local parks and preserves. In Harb...
Rite Aid closures loom in northern Michigan, leaving communities uncertain
NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- The future of Rite Aid in northern Michigan is up in the air after the drugstore chain announced closures to 12 stores across the state. That announcement has left northern Michigan communities wondering if their store is next. "We've gotten several calls recently about the rumors...
Rep. Friske returns to Michigan State Capitol while police continue investigation
LANSING, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Less than 24 hours after appearing at a candidate's forum in Petoskey, state Representative Neil Friske (R-Charlevoix) was back at the Michigan State Capitol. Tuesday was his first time back at the capitol building since he was arrested last week for what police described as a...
Friske appears at candidate forum: 'I did absolutely nothing wrong'
State Rep. Neil Friske, the Republican from Charlevoix, says the accusations levied against him in Lansing last week are false. Friske was arrested just before 3 a.m. Thursday near a home he owns in Lansing after police responded to a report of gunshots fired. No charges have been filed. The...
Law enforcement agencies train for mass casualty event at Camp Grayling
(WPBN/WGTU) -- Camp Grayling hosted its first emergency training response exercise for local emergency management responders. The training exercise was a mass casualty scenario featuring volunteers with mock injuries. First responders from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office, Grayling Police and Michigan State Police were among the groups taking part. The...
Gaylord's Jayden Jones, OL-Whiteford's Unity Nelson named 2024 Miss Softball
Ottawa Lake-Whiteford’s Unity Nelson and Gaylord’s Jayden Jones earned 2024 Miss Softball honors, as picked by the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association. Nelson earned the honor as the top senior pitcher in the state, with Jones earning the honor as the top senior player. If you purchase...
DBusiness’ Northern Michigan Dining and Iconic Restaurant Guide
Bay Harbor Nomad Located on the waterfront in Bay Harbor, NOMAD offers a vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving wine list, and house cocktails. 795 Front […] The post DBusiness’ Northern Michigan Dining and Iconic Restaurant Guide appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Street Musique returns for the summer in Harbor Springs
HARBOR SPRINGS — Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer every Thursday in Harbor Springs with the Street Musique series. At 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays, starting June 27, musicians, bands and other performers will be set up at locations throughout downtown Harbor Springs. Each week will have its own theme, with June 27 — featuring The Third Degree and Magic by Jania — helping to celebrate the Blessing of the Fleet.
Petoskey on track to become an out of formula school district
PETOSKEY — With falling enrollment and rising property taxes, the Public Schools of Petoskey may be on track to become an out of formula school district, the board of education learned during its meeting on June 20. Director of finance Bill Melching told the board that within the next...
East Jordan Freedom Festival brings fair fun despite rainy conditions
EAST JORDAN — The East Jordan Freedom Fest was back last week for a series of family-friendly events. There were five days of events scheduled for the East Jordan Freedom Festival, with a fair, fireworks, parades and more. While rainy conditions made the festival work out quick backup plans,...
Decreasing enrollment could impact funding for Petoskey Public Schools
PETOSKEY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Most public schools get their funding largely by counting their students. But the Petoskey district says it could be out-of-formula in the next couple of years. UpNorthLive News reporter Daniel Zivian spoke to Petoskey Schools to learn what that means and visited a district already on...
Marlatt wins Ski Valley Player of the Year, headlines six All-SVC JoBurg softball players
JOHANNESBURG — There were high hopes for what Johannesburg-Lewiston softball could accomplish in the Division 4 playoff bracket in 2024, but it wasn't in the cards for the Cards'. Still, after winning a fourth-straight league title and an undefeated record against Ski Valley opponents, the top players for the SVC's top team were recognized with six total players earning all-conference honors, headlined by senior Jayden Marlatt winning the league's Player of the Year Award for the...
State Representative Blames “Biased Media” For His Arrest
(Lansing, MI) – State Representative Neil Friske of Charlevoix was released from police custody last Friday after being arrested for allegedly firing shots in Lansing. Friske put out a statement Monday about the possible felony offense he was arrested for and being released without charges. He says conservative Republicans like himself are “well aware of the biased media coverage” and “their false narratives” anytime they get into trouble.
Petoskey students and BeBot the robot team up to clean Great Lakes beaches
EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Petoskey high schoolers are cleaning up the Great Lakes one beach at a time. They have help from BeBot the beach-cleaning robot. The Tip-Of-The-Mitt Watershed Council has sent BeBot to different Northern Michigan beaches. The council says it can clean 32,000 square feet per hour.
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